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Inter Vitam et Mortem

by WCAT Radio

Inter Vitam et Mortem is a forum established by Mary Anne Urlakis to promote discussion of Bioethical topics from a Catholic perspective.

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  1. Episode 46: Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Dr. Alan Moy, founder of Cellular Engineering Technologies (CET) (March 12, 2024)

    In this episode of Inter Vitam et Mortem, Dr. Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Dr. Alan Moy, founder of Cellular Engineering Technologies (CET) (March 12, 2024) In 2005, Dr. Moy left his tenured academic career to start a private solo pulmonary practice at a nearby Catholic hospital and started, on…

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  2. Episode 45: Mary Anne Urlakis discusses the Sacred Dignity of Embryonic Human Life with Laura Elm (April 25, 2021)

    Episode 45 of WCAT Radio’s “Inter Vitam et Mortem: Between Life and Death: Interviews and Discussion with a Catholic Bioethicist” is broadcast in conjunction with the Institute for the Theological Encounter Between Science and Technology (ITEST) and an upcoming webinar entitled “The Moral…

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  3. Episode 44: Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Stacy Trasancos presents on COVID19 vaccinations (March 23, 2021)

    Dr. Stacy Trasancos joins Dr. Mary Anne Urlakis for Episode 44 of WCAT Radio’s “Inter Vitam et Mortem: Between Life and Death: Interviews and Discussion with a Catholic Bioethicist” to discuss the current COVID vaccinations. Dr. Trasancos is a scientist, theologian, and mother; she holds a...

  4. Episode 43: Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Sr. Marysia Weber, RSM, on Achieving Hope, Healing & Chastity after Pornography (November 18, 2020)

    Sr. Marysia Weber, R.S.M., M.A., D.O., joins WCAT Radio Host, Dr. Mary Anne Urlakis for Episode 43 of “Inter Vitam et Mortem: Between Life and Death: Interviews and Discussion with a Catholic Bioethicist,” to discuss the challenging topic of achieving hope, healing, and chastity after pornography...

  5. Episode 42: Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Laura Elm, the Founder and Executive Director of Sacred Heart Guardians and Shelter (Sept 28, 2020)

    In Episode 42 of Inter Vitam et Mortem: Between Life & Death: Interviews and Discussion with a Catholic Bioethicist, Dr. Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Laura Elm, the Founder and Executive Director of Sacred Heart Guardians and Shelter. Sacred Heart Guardians and Shelter is a charitable…

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  6. Episode 41: Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Dr. Raymond Dennehy, a Pro-Life Warrior (May 8, 2020)

    Dr. Raymond Dennehy is Dr. Mary Anne Urlakis’ guest on Episode 41 of “Inter Vitam et Mortem: Between Life & Death: Interviews and Discussion with a Catholic Bioethicist.” Dr. Dennehy is a Professor Emeritus of Philosophy, having taught 41 years at the University of California, Berkeley. He is…

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  7. Episode 40: Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Dr. Al Kertz on the reliability of information regarding the origin of the COVID19 (May 4, 2020)

    Dr. Al Kertz is Dr. Mary Anne Urlakis’ guest on Episode 40 of “Inter Vitam et Mortem: Between Life & Death: Interviews and Discussion with a Catholic Bioethicist.” Dr. Kertz earned his Ph.D. in Animal Nutrition from Cornell University, as well as a B.S. and M.S. from the University of Missouri…

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  8. Episode 39: Dr. Mary Anne Urlakis engages Fr. Luke Dysinger, OSB, on the bioethical issues related to the COVID19 Pandemic (March 30, 2020)

    Fr. Luke Dysinger, O.S.B and Dr. Mary Anne Urlakis discuss the bioethical issues related to the COVID-19 pandemic on Episode 39 of “Inter Vitam et Mortem: Between Life and Death: Interviews and Discussion with a Catholic Bioethicist.” Fr. Luke Dysinger is Roman Catholic priest, physician,...

  9. Episode 38: Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Chris Reilly, a Catholic Bioethicist (February 8, 2020)

    Ethical Prenatal Testing and Diagnosis is the topic of conversation between Dr. Mary Anne Urlakis and guest Chris Reilly on Episode 38 of “Inter Vitam et Mortem: Between Life and Death: Interviews & Discussion with a Catholic Bioethicist.” Chris Reilly is a Catholic speaker and author whose work...

  10. Episode 37: Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Steven Pokorny, Founder of Freedom Coaching (December 3, 2019)

    Steven Pokorny, M.A., MTS, the Founder and Executive Director of Freedom-Coaching [https://freedom-coaching.net/ ], is Dr. Urlakis’ guest on Episode 37 of “Inter Vitam et Mortem: Between Life and Death.” In this episode, Dr. Urlakis and Steven Pokorny discuss the bioethical dimensions regarding…

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  11. Episode 36: Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Victoria Thorn, the Foundress of Project Rachel (November 25, 2019)

    Victoria Thorn, the Foundress of Project Rachel, and Foundress and Executive Director of the National Office of Post-Abortion Reconciliation and Healing, is the guest on Episode 36 of Inter Vitam et Mortem. Vicki Thorn and Mary Anne Urlakis discuss the critical ministry of post-abortion...

  12. Episode 35: Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Dr. Al Kertz, a Catholic Bioethicist (October 28, 2019)

    Dr. Al Kertz returns as Mary Anne Urlakis’ guest on Episode 35 of Inter Vitam et Mortem: Between Life & Death: Discussion with a Catholic Bioethicist. As a renown scientist and authority in the field of Dairy Science, Dr. Kertz is a frequently sought consultant, sharing his expertise in the…

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  13. Episode 34: Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Mrs. Abby Zignego concerning parenting a child with Spina Bifida (October 21, 2019)

    It is fitting that the month of October, which is dedicated to the Sanctity of Human Life, is also Spina Bifida Awareness Month. In Episode 34, of Inter Vitam et Mortem: Between Life and Death, Dr. Mary Anne Urlakis and this week’s guest, Mrs. Abby Zignego, discuss the challenges and joys unique…

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  14. Episode 33: Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Lisa Fortini-Campbell concerning her role as Caregiver to Fr. Joseph Henchey (October 7, 2019)

    Dr. Lisa Fortini-Campbell is Mary Anne Urlakis’ guest on Episode 33 of Inter Vitam et Mortem: Between Life and Death. Dr. Lisa Fortini-Campbell is well-known to WCAT Radio listeners as the Co-Host of the programs By His Wounds We are Healed, (https://wcatradio.com/byhiswoundswearehealed/) and Duc...

  15. Episode 32: Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Paul Byrne, President of the Life Guardian Foundation (September 23, 2019)

    Paul A. Byrne, M.D., is Dr. Mary Anne Urlakis’ guest on Episode 32 of Inter Vitam et Mortem: Between Life & Death. A pioneer in the field of neonatology, Dr. Byrne is the Founder and previous Director of the NICU at Cardinal Glennon Hospital for Children in St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Byrne is...

  16. Episode 31: Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Nancy Dunham about Living with Cerebral Palsy (September 16, 2019)

    Ms. Nancy Dunham is the guest on this Episode of Inter Vitam et Mortem: Between Life and Death. Nancy holds a Master’s Degree in Theology from the Franciscan University in Steubenville and is a retired hospital chaplain specializing in Rehabilitation and Physical Medicine. In this episode, Nancy...

  17. Episode 30: Dr. Mary Anne Urlakis interview Dr. Paul Hruz concerning Gender Dysphoria (September 2, 2019)

    Dr. Paul Hruz, M.D., Ph.D., is the guest on this Episode of Inter Vitam et Mortem: Between Life and Death: Interviews and Discussion with a Catholic Bioethicist. Dr. Paul Hruz is a Pediatric Endocrinologist; as a physician and a scientist, Dr. Hruz is frequently invited to share his expertise as…

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  18. Episode 29: Mary Anne Urlakis engages Catholic Author Francis Etheredge on his book Conception: An Icon of the Beginning (July 29, 2019)

    Francis Etheredge, acclaimed author, philosopher, and ethicist, is Mary Anne Urlakis’ guest on Episode 29 of Inter Vitam Et Mortem: Between Life and Death. In this episode, Francis Etheredge and Dr. Urlakis discuss Etheredge’s most recent book: Conception: An Icon of the Beginning, which examines...

  19. Episode 28: Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Laura Elm of Sacred Heart Guardians and Shelter (July 22, 2019)

    In this episode of Inter Vitam et Mortm: Between Life and Death: Interviews & Discussion with a Catholic Bioethicist, Dr. Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Laura Elm, the Founder and Executive Director of Sacred Heart Guardians and Shelter. Sacred Heart Guardians and Shelter is a charitable...

  20. Episode 27: Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Al Kertz (July 1, 2019)

    Dr. Al Kertz is Mary Anne Urlakis’ guest on this Episode of Inter Vitam et Mortem: Between Life & Death: Discussion with a Catholic Bioethicist. In this program, Dr. Kertz and Dr. Urlakis discuss the history and relevance of Faith and Science. Dr. Kertz earned is Ph.D. in Animal Nutrition from...

  21. Episode 26: Mary Anne Urlakis interviews David Clayton (June 10, 2019)

    In this Episode, Dr. Mary Anne Urlakis interviews, the Provost of Pontifex University, Professor David Clayton. Professor Clayton is an internationally acclaimed Catholic artist and educator, as well as a renown expert on sacred art, liturgy and culture. He has authored several books, including:...

  22. Episode 25: Mary Anne Urlakis Explores the Topic of Caring for Elderly Parents (June 3, 2019)

    In this episode of Inter Vitam et Mortem, Catholic bioethicist Mary Anne Urlakis interviews a woman concerning Care for Elderly Parents. The woman has a Master's Degree in Business and is currently pursuing a second Master's Degree in Theology. In 2007, the woman's mother suffered a debilitating...

  23. Special Episode: Mary Anne Urlakis and Nick Loeb interviewed by Leticia Velasquez (May 5, 2019)

    In this special episode of Inter Vitam et Mortem, Mary Anne Urlakis and Nick Loeb were interviewed by Leticia Velasquez for her program Living the Gospel of Life. (May 5, 2019)

  24. Episode 24: Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Bethann Ambrose (May 27, 2019)

    In this episode of Inter Vitam et Mortem, Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Bethann Ambrose, who holds multiple degrees and certifications in education and special needs education, concerning the ethical issues, challenges, and blessings inherent to parenting children with special needs, particularly...

  25. Episode 23: Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Dcn. Tom Davis, Jr., concerning the new Liberty Institute for Faith & Ethics (May 20, 2019)

    In this episode of Inter Vitam et Mortem, Catholic bioethicist Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Dcn. Tom Davis, Jr., concerning the new Liberty Institute for Faith & Ethics. The institute may be found online at https://liberty4life.org/ (May 20, 2019)

  26. Episode 22: Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Catholic Author Nancy Martin concerning her book Servant of God: Gwen Coniker (May 13, 2019)

    In this episode of Inter Vitam et Mortem, Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Catholic Author Nancy Martin concerning her book Servant of God: Gwen Coniker, scheduled for publication in June, 2019, by En Route Books and Media. (May 13, 2019)

  27. Episode 21: Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Fr. Hilarion Heagy, a Byzantine Catholic priest & Monk at Holy Resurrection Monastery (May 6, 2019)

    In this episode of Inter Vitam et Mortem, Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Fr. Hilarion Heagy, a Byzantine Catholic priest and Monk at Holy Resurrection Monastery. Fr. Hilarion and the Patroness of Holy Resurrection Monastery- The Mother of God, Search for the Lost- made national Catholic news last...

  28. Episode 20: Mary Anne and Grace Marie Urlakis Discuss Divine Mercy in Bioethics (April 29, 2019)

    In this episode of Inter Vitam et Mortem, Mary Anne Urlakis and her daughter, Grace Marie Urlakis, discuss Divine Mercy, and in particular the role of Divine Mercy in Bioethics. Grace Marie is a Junior at Holy Apostles, double majoring in Theology and English and the Humanities. (April 29, 2019)

  29. Episode 19: The Relevance of the Gospel of Life to the Resurrection (April 22, 2019)

    In this episode of Inter Vitam et Mortem, Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Leticia Velasquez on the relevance of the Gospel of Life to the Resurrection. (April 22, 2019)

  30. Episode 18: Lenten Hymns Sung by the Urlakis Daughters, Grace Marie, Eve Anna, and Gemma Claire (April 15, 2019)

    Ten Lenten Hymns sung by three daughters of Mary Anne Urlakis, namely Grace Marie Urlakis, Eve Anna Urlakis, and Gemma Claire Urlakis in the following order: 1. Introit Chant 2. Attende Domine 3. O Sacred Head, Surrounded 4. Parce Domine 5. Adoramus te Christe 6. Jesus Remember Me 7. Ah, Holy…

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  31. Episode 17: Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Cynthia Toolin-Wilson concerning her Upcoming Memoir as an Abortion Survivor (April 8, 2019)

    In this episode of Inter Vitam et Mortem, Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Cynthia Toolin-Wilson concerning her Upcoming Memoir as an Abortion Survivor (April 8, 2019)

  32. Episode 16: Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Jessica Archuleta, a Byzantine Catholic Monastic Associate of Holy Resurrection (April 1, 2019)

    In this episode of Inter Vitam et Mortem, Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Jessica Archuleta. Jessica is a Byzantine Catholic Monastic Associate of Holy Resurrection Monastery who authors the blog and website: "Every Home a Monastery." She writes frequently for Catholic publications on the subject of...

  33. Episode 15: Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Br. Seoirse of Holy Resurrection (March 18, 2019)

    In this episode of Inter Vitam et Mortem, Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Br. Seoirse of Holy Resurrection regarding the nexus of Bioethics and Catholic Social Teaching- especially with regard to the dignity of the human person. (March 18, 2019)

  34. Episode 14: Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Carolyn O'Meara on the Particular Relevance of the Fatima Message (March 11, 2019)

    In this week's episode of Inter Vitam et Mortem, Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Carolyn O'Meara concerning the particular relevance of the Fatima message - as a call for prayer, fasting, penance, and conversion - to the Lenten journey.

  35. Episode 13: Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Deacon Jim Matthias and September Schubilske about the 40 Days for Life Campaign (March 4, 2019)

    In this episode of Inter Vitam et Mortem, Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Deacon Jim Matthias and September Schubilske regarding the significance of the 40 Days for Life Campaign. Since its inception in 2007, there have been over 15,256 babies saved from abortion and 99 abortion facilities closed.…

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  36. Episode 12: Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Fr. Jacob Boddicker, S.J. (February 25, 2019)

    In this episode of Inter Vitam et Mortem, Mary Ann Urlakis interviews Fr. Jacob Boddicker, S.J., concerning his ministry to the Lakota parishioners on the Rosebud Native American Reservation in South Dakota. The special emphasis of this interview was Fr. Jacob's work with abandoned cemeteries...

  37. Episode 11: Mary Ann Urlakis interviews Julie Shocksnider, RN, MSN, on the Challenges of Obstetrical Nursing (February 18, 2019)

    In this episode of Inter Vitam et Mortem, Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Julie Shocksnider, RN, MSN, on the challenges of obstetrical nursing. Among the more difficult topics which she addresses in this interview is the subject of fetal loss. In addition to discussing ethical considerations…

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  38. Episode 10: Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Mr. Rick Taetsch on Hospice Care (February 11, 2019)

    In this episode of Inter Vitam et Mortem, Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Mr. Rick Teasch on the subject of hospice care. (February 11, 2019)

  39. Episode 9: Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Peter Kahama on the Slaughter of Children with Albinism in Njomba, Tanzania (February 4, 2019)

    In this episode of Inter Vitam et Mortem, Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Peter Kahama on the slaughter of the children with albinism in Njomba, Tanzania. (February 4, 2019)

  40. Episode 8: Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Deacon Jim Matthias and September Schubilske (January 28, 2019)

    In this episode of Inter Vitam et Mortem, Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Deacon Jim Matthias and September Schubilske regarding their experiences at the March for Life. (January 28, 2019)

  41. Episode 7: Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Vicki Thorn, the Founder of Project Rachel (January 21, 2019)

    In this episode of Inter Vitam et Mortem, Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Vicki Thorn, the Founder of Project Rachel, as well as the President and Founder of the National Office of Post-Abortion Reconciliation and Healing. The post-abortion ministry that Vicki started is now a component of the USCCB...

  42. Episode 6: Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Nick Loeb on the Upcoming Release of the Roe v. Wade Film (January 14, 2019)

    In this episode of Inter Vitam et Mortem, Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Nick Loeb again now that the film, Roe v. Wade, on which they were working is ready for release. (January 14, 2019)

  43. Episode 5: Mary Anne Urlakis Traces the Origin of the Academic Discipline of Bioethics (January 7, 2019)

    In this episode of Inter Vitam et Mortem, Mary Anne Urlakis traces the origin of the academic discipline of Bioethics, and distinguishes between the type of decision making used in secular bioethics and that used in authentically Catholic Bioethics. She discusses some of the atrocities that...

  44. Special Episode: Mary Anne Urlakis interviewed Nick Loeb a year ago concerning the upcoming Roe v. Wade Film (January 18, 2018)

    On January 18, 2018, Mary Anne Urlakis interview Nick Loeb for the "I Thought You'd Like to Know This, Too" show on WCAT Radio. This is a reproduction of that interview. (January 18, 2018)

  45. Episode 4: Mary Anne Urlakis presents Sacred Hymns and Carols sung by the Trio of Urlakis Sisters (December 31, 2018)

    In this episode of Inter Vitam et Mortem, in celebration of the 7th day in the Octave of Christmas, the last day of 2018, and the eve of the Vigil of the Solemnity of Mary the Mother God, Mary Anne Urlakis shares with you a selection of sacred hymns and carols sung by the trio of Urlakis Sisters....

  46. Episode 3: Mary Ann Urlakis interviews Krys Crawley, Founder and Executive Director of Life's Connections (December 24, 2018)

    In this episode of Inter Vitam et Mortem, Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Krys Crawley, Founder and Executive Director of Life's Connections https://www.lifesconnection.org/]. Life's Connections is a Crisis Pregnancy Medical Help Center and more. In addition to all the work they do saving babies…

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  47. Episode 2: Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Fr. Jacob Boddicker, SJ (December 10, 2018)

    In this episode of Inter Vitam et Mortem, Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Fr. Jacob Boddicker, SJ, who serves as a missionary priest for the parishes in the Native American Reservation in South Dakota (December 10, 2018)

  48. Episode 1: Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Elizabeth Rex (December 3, 2018)

    In this episode of Inter Vitam et Mortem, Mary Anne Urlakis interviews Elizabeth Rex, one of the founders of the Choose Life! license plate. (December 3, 2018)

  49. WCAT Radio Living the Gospel of Life with Leticia Velasquez interviewing Mary Anne Urlakis (November 25, 2018)

    In this episode of Living the Gospel of Life, Leticia Velasquez interviews Mary Anne Urlakis, WCAT Radio show host of Inter Vitam et Mortem, about her pro-life ministries. (November 25, 2018)

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